Private Tour

Kulen Waterfall and 1000 Lingas River Private Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

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Uncover the special religious significance and the natural beauty of Phnom Kulen Mountain, Cambodia’s most sacred mountain, located 50 km from Siem Reap. Learn why the site serves as a place of pilgrimage to both Hindus and Buddhists by visiting the temple of the Reclining Buddha, the River of 1000 Lingas and the Phnom Kulen Waterfalls.

Additional Info

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Minimum 3 years old child to experience this tour

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Cold bottled water on car/van/bus

Private tour from Siem Reap

Private air conditioned vehicle

Local live English speaking guide

Hotel pick up/drop-off

Meals and drinks

Tipping/gratuities

Travel insurance

Kulen Ticket Office

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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What To Expect

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Meet your guide at your hotel in Siem Reap at 8 am. Depart in the morning heading north towards Kulen Mountain through approximately a 2-hour drive in an air-conditioned vehicle. Enjoy the scenic ride along the way as you pass through local villages and verdant tropical forest. You will visit Cambodia’s biggest Reclining Buddha carved on sandstone. The temple is located on top of the hill and can be reached through a flight of steps. Next you will set off to the sacred river of 1000 Lingas. The riverbed is interestingly carved with numerous lingas, a phallic symbol of the Hindu god, Shiva. You will also see some rock carvings along the river depicting Hindu deities. You will continue through another sacred site, the Phnom Kulen Waterfalls. Calm your senses by watching the waterfall tumbling down the rocks. You will have time to wade in its basin and opt to cool-off from the midday sun by swimming on its pool. Discover and learn more about the historical and cultural significance of Phnom Kulen as your expert guide walks you through each of these landmarks. Stop for lunch (at your own account) at a local restaurant along the way before heading back to your hotel.

3 hours • Admission Not Included

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Reviews

4.85

54 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Kulen tour
N2586GCstephanec,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very nice visit. We had a very interisting discussion during the trip with our guide San. We better understand the Khmer life and habit. Arkoun
Thank you
W7404HQlaurencec,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We’re very grateful to Mr. San, our guide, and Mr. Koma, our driver, for their kindness and care during this amazing tour. It was truly fascinating, and we learned so much about Cambodian life and culture.
Phnom Kulen and 1000 lingas private tour
Cruiser480930,
Apr 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Enjoyed our private tour to Phnom Kulen very much. Our guide Mr. Sophy was very knowledgeable, energetic and hepful. He showed and explained to us all the points of interest in the area, including the reclining Buddha, waterfall and the 1000 lingas in the river. We also had great conversations on the history of Angkor Wat and Cambodia with him. Our driver Mr. Borey was very skilled, professional and helpful to us as well. The vehicle was clean and in good shape. Thoroughly enjoyed the trip along with these two gentlemen to guide us. Will definitely come back.
Great tour guides
erinmO7785JP,
Mar 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our tour guide Nak was great! He was very informative and helpful. Our driver Pip was also very attentive, opening the door and providing a refreshing towel and cold water.
Beautiful experience
838dsf,
Feb 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our guide Nak was very knowledgeable. We learned a lot from him and he made the most beautiful pictures. Our driver Samnang was always waiting for us with cold water in the car. Amazing experience. Highly recommended. 😊
Highly recommend
Sanjay K,
Feb 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Mr Nak is very knowledgeable and you can see and hear the passion. Highly recommended. Also we got picked up at our hotel on time with the driver mr Samnang. He also provided us the entire tour with smiles and cold water. I highly recommend this tour. The waterfall, backstories of the river and viewpoint were great. Memories to be treasured.
Chasing waterfalls
nataleks,
Feb 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great tour of Kulen waterfalls and 1000 Lingas. We were lucky enough to have a private tour with Sorphea. He and our driver, Mom, promptly picked us up at our hotel. Sorphea was a wealth of knowledge , from the temples , Khmer culture and local flora and fauna. Not only did we get to see the natural beauty of Kulen Mountain, but also learned so much at the temple and 1000 Lingas. Cambodia is a rich tapestry of Buddhism and Hinduism. The tour was complete with a traditional lunch and palm cake tasting. Mom was an excellent driver : the car was clean & air conditioned. Mom was always available within minutes of completing a tour location and he navigated some tricky roads. Great day and great tour guides!
Great experience
D2849KLjimenac,
Jan 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our guide Sokkhen was great. He showed and explained us everything. Highly recommended. He recommended some local food for us to try during de visit.
Great place!
Road63241703279,
Jan 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great trip! Sokkhen is the best! He shows you everything and explain really well. He picks you up at your hotel and drives you to the Park safety and good talk. I recommend it.
Excellent experience with our guide Sorphea
T2373WUpierrem,
Jan 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We really loved the tour and all its steps. It was an opportunity to discover a local market on the road away from tourism, immerse yourself in the crowds of locals and monks to discover the reclining Buddha, walk along the river enjoying its ancient engravings that rest at the bottom and feel the force of the water while swimming under the waterfall. We made the right choice by choosing the tour in private, which allowed us to take our time and follow our own pace. Our guide Sorphea was an integral part of this good experience. We appreciated his knowledge, his humanity, and finally felt like we were accompanied by a distant cousin with whom we were comfortable and confident instead of a stranger. For the first time, we felt like we were touching something authentic and not just touristy. If we have the opportunity to come back and visit, it is with him that we will ask to be.